Area Vice President – Molecular Science Liaison

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At Caris, we transform cancer care by leveraging precision medicine, AI, and molecular science. Every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Our mission extends beyond cancer, as we push the boundaries of medicine and lead a revolution in healthcare driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you’re passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Reporting to the Vice President of Molecular Science Liaisons, the AVP will establish and lead a team of Directors and MSLs. MSLs communicate the value of Caris Molecular Intelligence (CMI) to external clients, such as physicians and scientists, primarily through face‑to‑face discussions with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in oncology.

• Day‑to‑day team management of the MSL team
• Providing recommendations on national staffing plans
• Creation and coordination of the training and enablement plan to keep MSLs up‑to‑date on company technology
• Tracking of MSL activities and customer interactions
• Act as a conduit of information and feedback between the medical community and Caris regarding products and needs
• Conduct medical and scientific education and support for the field organization to increase Caris presence and market awareness
• Present clinical data and educational materials to physician sites and/or conferences within an assigned region or nationally, as required by Sales, POA, and Marketing
• Attend POA/Commercial pitch meetings and other relationship development onsite meetings
• Promote CMI to physician sites across the United States, as required by Sales, POA, and Marketing initiatives
• Support and present at molecular tumor board meetings
• Read and understand the scientific and technical literature to maintain knowledge of the therapeutic oncology field for customer engagement
• Assist with related duties and special projects as required by sales, POA, and marketing
• Assist in field training contracted speakers as part of the Caris Speaker’s Bureau
• Act as field trainer of assigned region to provide an extension of the Director of Training
• Regional speaking engagements (Round tables, Grand Rounds, Tumor Boards, etc.) with physicians to broaden CMI understanding clinically
• Attend select regional and national trade shows and participate in sales meetings to present relevant data to promote CMI and educate clients
• Provide commercial input and review of marketing material to reflect the current molecular landscape

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D./D.O., Pharm
  
  D) in a health‑related biological science related to pharmacology, oncology, or molecular and cellular biology
• 3+ years of management experience in Medical Affairs or managing MSLs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general internet use for business

• Prior commercial experience in the pharmaceutical or diagnostic industry or other relevant health‑related science field
• Prior field experience working with customers and sales organizations

• Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use standard office equipment

• All job‑specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee

• May be required to work holidays and weekends
• Role will involve frequent travel throughout an assigned geography (up to 80% travel)

Annual Hiring Range
$230,000 - $250,000
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Health Savings Account for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Flexible Spending Account to pay for certain out‑of‑pocket expenses
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time…